Vedanta Aluminium reaffirmed its long-term commitment to the state of Odisha by advancing a INR 1.8 lakh crore greenfield project in Odisha’s Dhenkanal and Rayagada districts.

Mar 31, 2026

Vedanta Aluminium, reaffirmed its long-term commitment to the state of Odisha by advancing a INR 1.8 lakh crore greenfield project in Odisha’s Dhenkanal and Rayagada district, envisioned to create an integrated aluminium manufacturing ecosystem in the region.

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The project includes a 3 MTPA aluminium smelter, a 4,900 MW power plant, a 6 MTPA alumina refinery, and a world-class downstream Aluminium park, enabling seamless upstream and downstream integration. The proposed development is expected to create up to 50,000 jobs in its initial phase and over 2 lakh employment opportunities over time, while catalysing a robust ancillary ecosystem, positioning Odisha as a globally competitive aluminium hub.

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Mr. Rajiv Kumar, CEO, Vedanta Aluminium, said, “Aluminium is a critical metal for India’s future, with demand projected to rise nearly sixfold by FY2047. Odisha, with the country’s largest bauxite reserves, is naturally poised to anchor this growth. Our upcoming investments are transformative in strengthening India’s aluminium self-reliance, creating large-scale employment, energising local enterprises, and building a future-ready industrial ecosystem. We appreciate the proactive support of the Government of Odisha, and reaffirm our commitment to making Odisha the aluminium capital of the world.”